Acer Aspire Notebook Series User manual

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Printed in China

First printing: May 2002

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Table

of Contents

Welcome v

Major Benefits v

Before You Start vi

Safety Instructions vi

Setting Up The System vii

Placement Tips vii

System Overview 1

Computer Front View 1

Computer Rear View 3

System Components 5

System Components 6

The Mouse 6

The Keyboard 9

The Speakers 12

The Monitor 13

Audio DJ 14

CD Storage Unit 15

3-in-1 Flash Card Readers 15

TV Tuner (Optional) 17

Upgrading Your System 19

Opening The Case 19

Installing New Components 21

BIOS Settings 22

Questions & Troubleshooting 40

General System Problems 40

Cordless Keyboard/Mouse Problems 42

Welcome

Congratulations on purchasing your new Aspire computer!

You now have the convenience and flexibility of a full-

featured multimedia PC, offering increased productivity

combined with first class digital entertainment.

Incorporating the latest Microsoft®Windows®XP

operating system, your Aspire offers a host of functions

designed to improve your computing experience.

Major Benefits

Your new Aspire computer enables you to do the following:

• Use the latest productivity software to perform a range

of office tasks, such as word processing, working with

financial spreadsheets and creating presentations.

• Maximize your use of the Internet by downloading and

playing exciting new multimedia files.

• Enjoy your audio CDs, even when you are not using

your computer for other tasks.

• Delight in using a stylish new PC that offers convenient

connections for the latest peripherals.

Before You Start

To ensure that you can use your computer safely and

correctly, please read this user guide carefully before you

start. For future reference, keep this user guide handy at all

times.

Safety Instructions

• Follow all warnings and instructions marked on your

computer.

• Do not attempt to service your computer yourself.

Refer servicing to qualified personnel.

• Unplug your computer and monitor from the wall

outlet before cleaning or before opening the case.

• Clean your computer case and monitor with a damp

cloth. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners.

• Do not use your computer near water. Never spill liquid

of any kind on your computer.

• Do not place your computer on an unstable surface.

• Do not expose your computer to a heat source or leave

it in direct sunlight for a prolonged period of time.

• Do not cover or block any ventilation slots in the case.

Also, ensure the room has adequate ventilation.

• Never push objects of any kind into your computer.

• Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord. Do

not locate your computer where anyone will walk on

the power cord.

• Your computer should be operated from the type of

power indicated on the marking label. If you are

unsure of the type of power available, consult your

dealer or local power company.

• Your computer is designed for connection to a

grounded (earthed) outlet. Do not disable this

important safety feature.

• If a power strip is used, make sure that the total

ampere rating of the equipment does not exceed the

power strip ampere rating. Use a power strip with

surge protection.

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• If your computer causes interference to radio or

television reception, try one or more of the following

measures:

- Reorient or relocate the radio or television

antenna.

- Increase the distance between your computer and

the radio or television receiver.

- Connect your computer into an outlet on a circuit

different from that to which the radio or television

is connected.

- Consult your dealer or an experienced radio/TV

technician for more help.

Setting Up The System

It only takes a few minutes to set up your new Aspire

system. Start by preparing your workspace. Make sure that

the surface is stable, level and clean.

Open the box carefully, ensuring that you do not damage

the box or any of the other packing materials. The box will

be required if you ever have to store or ship your computer.

Unpack the box and set out the contents on your work

surface.

The package contains an Out Of Box Experience (OOBE)

poster. Refer to the OOBE poster for a step-by-step guide to

setting up your computer system.

Placement Tips

• For maximum viewing comfort, set up your monitor at

arm’s length from your seat, with the top third of the

screen at eye level. Tilt and swivel the display to find

the optimum position.

• Place your mouse and keyboard side by side in front of

the monitor. Check that you are able to adopt a

comfortable typing position.

• Choose a chair that can be adjusted for maximum

comfort.

• Make sure your work area is well lit.

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System O er iew

Take a few moments to study your new Aspire computer

system. Learn the locations of the buttons, ports and other

hardware features.

Computer Front View

* Only applies to Aspire G600P.

No Description

1 CD Storage Unit*

2AudioDJ

3 Drive Door*

4 CD-ROM/DVD/CD-RW Drive

5 FDD Drive

6 Front Port Bay Door*

7 Front Port Bay

8 Memory Stick Reader

9 SD/MMC Reader*

10 Microphone-in Port

11 Speaker/ Headphone Port

12 USB Port

13 1394 Port

14 Power Button

15 Wireless Connect Button*

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